I keep saying I'm going to learn to use that EQ program I had to have...

but even I know it's not going to happen anytime soon!

:-)
UPDATE...I've had a few of you ask about using sweatshirt material for the backing.
It worked great on the long arm, and I didn't use any batting, so it
makes for a nice lightweight "summer" quilt! This was a happy experiment,
and I will be looking at this for future backings!

It was not without one of those "oh crap" moments.

Sadly, they happen all more frequently than I prefer to admit here.

LOL!!

Now, if you've made star blocks before,

you know there are lots of leftover half square triangles.

Being on that waste not, want not crazy...

I started stitching and trimming the extras.

What a fun way to use it, not loose it!
This bundle of joy measures 28" x 37".
Or would that be "bumble" of joy?

They looks so bright and springy in my back yard oasis.
LOL!
We've been busy in the oasis.

Toilets to plant and a new bathtub to fill

This sweet new addition is Buster!

If you look closely, he is peeing in a bucket!

LOL!!!!!

My family had him made for me for Christmas.

For those of you who have followed me for awhile,

you know my sense of humor tends to run off the rails, from time to time.

56 comments:

Joan, you have done it again! You always amaze me with your creativity and projects ... and your wonderful sense of humor ... lol! Your star quilt is bee-utiful! I really love the Bumble of Joy quilt made with the cut-off HSTs. I have also come to the reality that I have more fabric than I will ever have time to sew ... maybe I should pack it all off to you ... if anyone has a chance to get 'er done, it is you, my friend ... :-) Pat!

Both quilts are beautiful and look so nice on that green grass in the sunshine. I love all the fun in your garden. I think I would like you to come over to my place to work on my garden because I just can't keep up.

What a terrific way to start this star filled event. Love both of your quilts. I'm impressed with quilt number 2. In my life I would have thought about doing those HST's but they would first have to spend time in a baggy or bin. Love, love, love Buster.

I do believe I'm not the only one who can't stand to be idle. You made TWO amazingly gorgeous star quilts...wow! That you used all those scraps to make another quilt is awesome. I love them both! You definitely don't sit idly around when it comes to your "oasis." Your humor is what makes me love to visit and you never cease to amaze me with your quilting and your humor. Thanks for being a star today in the hop!

I really love both of your quilts. I want to know what you think of the sweatshirt backing now that it is all done? Do you prewash any of your fabrics. Wondering how tshirt fabric would be? I have quite a bit of both leftover from sewing for kids.

It is always so much fun to see what you come up with for these hops. I doubt that your mind is ever idle either! Both quilts are wonderful. I love the bright stars and those bees are precious in them. Your yard always makes me giggle. That new addition is perfect.

What a wonderful way to start my Monday! Love your quilts, bright and cheery - especially using those leftovers so well. And I appreciate your sense of humor. In years past in the different places I have lived, I have had toilet full of flowers, an old bathtub filled with impatiens, and many other (what some may think odd) pieces of yard art and plant containers.

Beautiful quilts. How small are those HSTs in the smaller quilt? I agree, waste not want not and nothing better than getting someone's free stash. I hope it plays well with what you already have. I showed my husband, Tu-Na Helper, your toilet flower planters. He thought they were clever and would make a good conversation piece.

Hi Joan,What a fun quilt - both of them! I just love using up those little extra HSTs right away rather than saving them or throwing them away. Perfect use of the found sweatshirt material, and I'll bet that friend's wife is smiling down on you. Happy Monday! ~smile~ Roseanne

Joan, you are one wild and crazy gardener. This is an adorable project, though I'm not sure about sweatshirt backing - that's a new one. =) I do like the way you adapted from this and that to come up with a plan for your quilt.

Those are two great quilts! Not only are you a great quilt designer and maker, you are prolific! I don't think I have more stash that years to live, but there are more quilts that I want to make than years to live! LOL

You crack me up! I adore Buster. He is hysterical. Where in the world did you find a treasure like Buster? I love the bee quilts. I can only imagine the size of those HSTs. You are awesome. I love all the inspiration and I really haven't met anyone yet who doesn't love stars.

What a great bunch of bees!! Love the way you work out how to make your quilt. And now boxes more fabric to add to your pile.Great to see your garden blooming. Buster is the perfect addition. Quite a character.

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